Senior Security Architect - Cloud & DevSecOps Specialist

As our Senior Security Architect, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding Deriv’s assets in Dubai’s thriving security ecosystem. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with top talent from around the world in a dynamic hub for innovation. You will architect security solutions that protect not only Deriv’s assets but also the financial futures of millions of traders globally.

Your Challenges and Mission:

• Be the guardian of our digital assets, playing a crucial role in protecting Deriv’s assets and our clients’ trust by staying vigilant and anticipating potential threats.
• Lead the charge in DevSecOps by collaborating with teams across Deriv to champion a “security-first” mindset and empowering our teams to create secure products from the start.
• Champion CI/CD security by implementing security measures within our CI/CD pipelines to ensure seamless integration into our development workflow.
• Ensure our systems are rock solid by maintaining the highest standards of protection via comprehensive security reviews of all new and updated systems, platforms, and applications.
• Safeguard our financial ecosystem by ensuring the security and integrity of our payment systems, protecting clients’ financial transactions, and building a robust security framework.
• Stay ahead of the curve by staying informed about emerging threats and technologies, ensuring Deriv’s security measures are always up-to-date and effective.

Requirements:

• 10+ years in information security, focused on cloud security, security architecture & design, and DevSecOps.
• Proven success in designing secure architectures for large-scale, cloud-native applications.
• Deep understanding of security best practices across various layers.
• Expertise in securing payment systems and financial industry compliance.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker).
• Strong coding and security process automation skills.
• Excellent spoken and written English communication skills.

Benefits:

• Market-based salary
• Annual performance bonus
• Medical insurance
• Housing and transportation allowance
• Casual dress code
• Opportunity to work with top talent from across the globe (70+ nationalities)
• Ample team-building and bonding activities
• Great overseas travel opportunities

Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: Full-time